GreenCast Deep Pour Clear Epoxy Resin Kit - 1.42kg
Ideal for River Tables, Resin Art, Wood Casting & DIY Projects
rated at Takealot · checked 3 days ago
- Average
- R 525.00
- Lowest seen
- R 525.00
- Highest seen
- R 649.00
- Last change
- R 24.00
- First indexed
- 03 Jul 2022
- Retailer
- Takealot
Description
SR GreenCast 160 is a premium, ultra-clear epoxy casting system formulated for deep pours and decorative applications. With enhanced UV resistance and a bio-based formulation, it delivers exceptional clarity and performance for river tables, encapsulations, wood-resin projects, and artistic castings.
Key Features
- Ultra-Clear Finish - Crystal-clear, colourless polymer with excellent brightness
- Deep Pour Capability - Suitable for castings up to 10 cm thick at 20 C
- Enhanced UV Resistance - Resists yellowing (not for permanent outdoor exposure)
- Bio-Based Formula - Contains 40% plant-derived carbon content
- Low Reactivity System - Ideal for thick castings with reduced exotherm
- Room Temperature Cure - No special equipment required
- Pigment Compatible - Works with a wide range of pigment pastes and powders
- Water Resistant once fully cured
Typical Applications
- River tables
- Deep casting projects
- Wood and resin combinations
- Encapsulation work
- Decorative resin art
- Mould casting
Note: GreenCast 160 is designed as a casting resin, not a coating resin. Open surfaces may require flattening and polishing to achieve a perfectly flat gloss finish.
Curing & Working Times
Touch dry: ~48 hours (temperature dependent)
Demould / finishing: Minimum 72 hours
Full hardness: ~30 days
Optional post-cure: 24 hrs at 40-60 C to accelerate full cure
Thin castings may cure more slowly.
UV & Outdoor Guidance
This resin offers improved UV stability and water resistance; however:
It does not provide 100% UV protection
Not recommended for permanent outdoor exposure
UV resistance can be improved with:
Protective urethane clear coat
UV-resistant wax polish
Mixing Ratio
By weight: 100 : 42
By volume: 2 : 1 (Resin : Hardener)
Coverage Guide
885 ml per 1 kg
1 litre covers ~1 m at 1 mm thickness
Bubble Removal Tips
Mixing and pouring can introduce air bubbles. For best results:
Degas under vacuum (professional method)
After pouring, use a small propane torch
Hold heat source ~300 mm from surface
Sweep quickly across the surface
Repeat every 30 minutes until gel stage
A heat gun or hair dryer may also be used.
Why Choose GreenCast 160?
- Designed specifically for deep pours
- Exceptional clarity and brightness
- Bio-based environmentally conscious formula
- Professional results for hobbyists and makers
- Compatible with most resin pigments
What's in the box
1 x GreenCast Clear Resin - 1kg
1 x GreenCast Clear Hardener - 420g